This well-paced nine day itinerary offers a comprehensive journey through Bhutan, beautifully blending the kingdom’s cultural treasures, historical landmarks, pristine valleys, and soft adventure. Navigating through varying altitudes and stunning terrains, the route transitions from the bustling contemporary capital to serene, ecologically protected valleys, concluding with Bhutan’s most iconic spiritual hikes.
From the changing landscapes to the warmth of its people, from the physical challenge to the quiet moments of solitude, Bhutan reveals itself most honestly to those who move through it slowly. On a bicycle, you feel every incline, every gust of wind, every shift in temperature. You become part of the landscape rather than just passing through it.
The Gangtey Nature Trail offers a peaceful and memorable experience, perfect for anyone looking to embrace slow living, enjoy nature, soak in simplicity and cultivate mindfulness.
What makes Haa so unique is its stillness. It is a place for walking slowly, immersing in the peaceful ambience, and letting the landscape speak, an ideal setting to unwind and enjoy slow travel. Some of our past guests even remarked that the valley instills an aura of peace, presence, and a sense that the world is still full of quiet wonder.
This travel program offers a perfect harmony of cultural exploration, wildlife adventures, and stunning natural beauty, allowing you to experience the valleys of Paro, modernity of Thimphu, alluvial valley of Punakha, the wildlife-filled jungles of Manas and the enchanting beauty of Phobjikha.
Bhutan is often seen as a pioneer in sustainable tourism due to its unique approach to development, which prioritizes Gross National Happiness (GNH) over Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Our government has implemented policies to ensure that tourism in the country aligns with principles of sustainability, cultural preservation, and environmental conservation.
Pilgrimage trips with Bhutan Scenic Tours offer a journey of self-discovery, blending the pristine beauty of the Himalayas with the country's deep spiritual roots. Whether you're a devout pilgrim or a curious traveler seeking a unique cultural experience, Bhutan's spiritual sites and traditions will leave a lasting impression, making it a once-in-a-lifetime adventure worth embarking upon. Immerse yourself in the magic of Bhutan and find your own spiritual connection in this Himalayan sanctuary.
The funds contribute towards the preservation of our nations rich cultural heritage and pristine environment, by funding preservation, conservation, climate resilience projects and other sustainability initiatives that supports the attainment of sustainable development goals. We thank you for the contribution and support to Bhutan and our Planet.
The blue poppy is often associated with mystique, rarity, and beauty. Its distinctive bluish purple color is considered unique among other species of poppies, which are typically known for their red, orange, yellow, or pink hues. In some Himalayan cultures, it symbolizes calmness, peace, or even spiritual enlightenment. Similarly, for Bhutan, the Blue Poppy signifies the pursuit of happiness, compassion, purity, friendship, harmony, respect for environment, peace, and finding happiness in simplest of things.
The country's commitment to preserving its cultural heritage, its pristine natural environment, and its focus on well-being and sustainable development make it a truly exceptional destination worth exploring.
Paro International Airport (PBH) is one of the most beautiful airports in the world, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding Himalayan mountains. It serves as the gateway to Bhutan, one of the most peaceful and isolated countries in the world, and is a vital connection for tourists and locals alike.
Bhutan has four distinct seasons, each season has its own attribute and charm. Our small Kingdom is an year-round destination therefore it is entirely up to you to decide on your travel period that befits your schedule and convenience.
Both Gangtey/Phobjikha are famed for its picturesque scenery, monasteries, ecologically diverse wetlands, scenic walking trails, sustainable land use methods, organic agriculture and potato farming villages. A trip to enchanting Gangtey/Phobjikha also provides a good understanding on the harmonious coexistence between the people and environment.
One of the prominent architectural or cultural structures that you see just as your flight begins the approach for landing at the Paro Int’l Airport is the Paro Dzong. A visit to the fortress and a leisurely walk across the 17th century cantilever bridge is a regular feature on all our trips.
At Bhutan Scenic Tours we believe that exceptional service begins long before the journey starts. To make your travel experience as smooth and stress-free as possible, we are delighted to offer complimentary flight booking assistance to all our guests traveling with us.
A tour that includes both hotels and homestays offers the best of both worlds. This way you get the comfort and convenience of modern amenities while also experiencing authentic Bhutanese hospitality in a local family home. This experience offers insights into the simple yet traditional lifestyle, local philosophy and culinary culture as well. For enhanced experiences the homestays are best experienced in the countrysides of Gangtey, Haa, Shemgang, Paro, Bumthang and Punakha.
For over 500 years a network of trails connected various regions of the Bhutan. Besides the trail contributing in unifying the country and repelling invaders in the medieval times these routes served as a vital conduit for pilgrims, messengers, trade, scholars and travelers. For the first time in 60 years, the Trans Bhutan Trail is now re-open to travelers this year.
The classic [and Indepth] west-to-east Bhutan tour typically involves traveling from the western valleys of Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Wangduephodrang, Gangtey/Phobjikha, through the central heartlands of Trongsa, and Bumthang, and finally to the eastern districts of Mongar, Trashigang, and Trashiyangtse, with departure from Samdrup Jongkhar [or potentially Guwahati, India]
Haa was opened to travelers only in 2002 and still remains remains one of the least visited areas in the country and retains a charm of a peaceful, unspoiled and idyllic countryside. The Haa Panorama Hiking Trail was recently developed to showcase the pristine beauty and the intact environment of the enchanting Haa Valley.
